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THE KNIGHTS HOSPITALLER – Worcester

THE COMMANDERY: A JOURNEY THROUGH WORCESTER’S MEDIEVAL HEART

Tucked just beyond the lively streets of modern-day Worcester lies a place steeped in centuries of history: Sidbury. At its heart stands the Commandery, a remarkable building that has witnessed nearly a thousand years of change.

Originally founded in 1085 by the Knights Hospitaller, the Commandery began life as a medieval monastic hospital. It offered shelter and hospitality to weary pilgrims and provided care and comfort to the sick. Overseen by a master, supported by chaplains and lay brothers, this hospital was one of many established by the Knights Hospitaller across Europe and beyond

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KNIGHTS TEMPLAR – Feckenham Forest

The Mysterious Presence of the Knights Templar in Worcester

The Knights Templar remain one of history’s most intriguing military orders, and their presence in Worcester has long been shrouded in mystery. Written records of the Templars in this region are scarce, suggesting that by the time of their suppression in 1307, they may have already disappeared from the area. However, the remnants of place names and historical references indicate that they were once active here.

Templar Strongholds in Feckenham Forest

Two key Templar sites have been identified within the medieval Feckenham Forest: Temple Ardley, near modern-day Feckenham, and Temple Broughton, close to Hanbury. Situated just three miles apart, it is easy to imagine that these locations were closely linked. Historical records show that both properties, known as camerae (satellite estates), were administered by the Temple Balsall Preceptory.

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TEMPLE LAUGHERNE – Worcestershire

Very Little is know known about the Knights Templars at Temple Laugherne in Worcester. The Manor and associated buildings were reportedly built in 1133, and was their headquarters for their activities (which were mainly arable and farming) for the Mercia area. We do know that this Manor would have been linked as lands owned by the Preceptory of Temple Balsall, both by the Knights Templars and Hospitallers – and we continue to delve deeper into the records to find further information out about the area. For our full Blog report on the visit to Temple Laugherne, please hit the link here